At a glance

We spoke to over 200 private-company leaders about what they envision for the year ahead. They told us they're more optimistic about the economy, have ambitious revenue goals, and plan to hire new workers in 2014. Read our report to hear what else they're planning for the year ahead.

In the first quarter of this year, we spoke to 214 private-company leaders about what they envision for the next 12 months. Trendsetter CEOs told us their optimism about the US economy is at a three-year high, they expect to outperform GDP forecasts, and their expansion plans are picking up steam. Read our report to hear what else they're planning for the year ahead.

Survey highlights

Private-company optimism about the US economy is at a three-year high

Revenue forecasts for private companies outstrip GDP projections for the US and world economies

Almost two-thirds of private companies plan to hire in 2014, but in moderation

Private companies that sell in emerging markets expect to derive nearly one-third of their revenue from international sales

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The PwC Private Company Services practice focuses its cross-industry experience on the unique audit, tax compliance and planning, and business advisory needs of privately-held companies.
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